Dartington  and Totnes  are two closely connected locations in South Devon. Both places are known for their alternative, creative atmosphere and have long been associated with inclusive and LGBTQ+-friendly communities. On the 1st of February 2026, I went on a walk with my LGBTQ+ outdoor group, walking from Dartington to Totnes and then back again. The route passes through a mix of countryside, industrial areas, and riverside paths, giving the walk a varied and interesting fee

Torcross is a small nautical village on the South Devon coast, located between Slapton and Kingsbridge. The village sits directly by the sea, giving it a strong maritime atmosphere that often brings to mind old galleons and the early days of seafaring. Because of its exposed position on the coastline, Torcross has always been vulnerable to the power of the sea. Over the years, storms have repeatedly damaged parts of the village, especially the seafront road and nearby buildin

Frogmore is a rural village along the road between Kingsbridge and Slapton. It has a quiet nautical atmosphere that feels especially eerie in dark, cloudy weather. On the 29th of January 2026, Amber and I went to Frogmore to see how it was looking on a grey winter’s day. The village felt very still, with the river giving the place a slightly unsettling, almost abandoned feel. Frogmore is a place I already had a small personal connection to, as my brother’s godmother lives the

A walk around Cheddar Reservoir in Somerset, exploring its vast scale, industrial feel, and quiet atmosphere near Cheddar Gorge.

14th of Jan 2026. Decoy Park  is a large public green space in Newton Abbot, Devon, known for its lake, woodland paths, and mix of natural and urban surroundings. It’s a popular local spot for walking, wildlife watching, and quiet time outdoors. This post shares a wet winter walk through the park and what it felt like to explore it on a grey January day. A Winter Walk Through Decoy Park Decoy Park is quite a vast green space in Newton Abbot, Devon. It has a mix of nature and

Dartmouth in Winter: A Walk to the Castle and Warfleet Dartmouth  feels very different in winter, especially away from the busy tourist season. This post shares a January walk to the castle and surrounding areas, including Warfleet, and how the town feels at this quieter time of year. A Slippery Walk to Dartmouth Castle On the 10th of January 2026, my dad and I went out for a walk to Dartmouth Castle . It was a lovely day, but the paths were slippery in places due to the wint

Urban Newton Abbot: From Industrial Streets to Bakers Park Newton Abbot  has areas that feel very different from the town centre, especially on grey winter days. This post looks at a short walk through some of the more industrial parts of the town, leading into Bakers Park, and how that contrast feels. Bakers Park and Its Background Bakers Park  is a green space in Newton Abbot, Devon. It forms part of the estate of a stately home, although the house itself is very rarely ope

Photographing Christmas Lights Indoors During Christmas 2025, I experimented with macro-style photos of indoor Christmas lights using a Canon 50mm f/1.8 lens on a Canon 5D Mark II DSLR. Shooting at a wide aperture created a shallow depth of field and strong bokeh, which helped capture the soft, festive atmosphere of the lights indoors. This post shares a few examples of how Christmas lights can be photographed creatively at home using simple equipment and natural light.

The Beacon Hill Transmitter  is a large radio transmitting mast located near Marldon, Devon. It serves the Totnes and Torbay area and is a familiar landmark when travelling through the area. This post shares a short evening drive past the transmitter and how it looks and feels after dark. Passing the Transmitter in the Evening My sister and I droved past the Beacon Hill Transmitter at around five in the evening. As it got darker, the red warning lights on the mast stood out s

Loddiswell  is a village surrounded by countryside and woodland in South Devon. This post shares a walk through the area, including the old railway bridge, and how it felt to explore it on a bright but slightly eerie autumn day. Walking in the Countryside Near Loddiswell Amber and I went for a walk in the countryside around Loddiswell on the 20th of November 2025. Despite the sunny weather, some parts of the walk felt surprisingly quiet and atmospheric. The Old Railway Bridge

Start Point Lighthouse  is a lighthouse on the south Devon coast, serving the Start Bay  and Slapton  areas. This post shares a walk to Start Point and some thoughts inspired by both the lighthouse and the nearby radio transmitting station. Walking to Start Point On the 18th of November 2025, Amber and I went for a walk to Start Point Lighthouse. Standing there, it’s easy to imagine older nautical times when ships relied heavily on lighthouses for safe navigation along the co

Start Point Lighthouse  is a lighthouse on the south Devon coast, serving the Start Bay  and Slapton  areas. This post shares a walk to Start Point and some thoughts inspired by both the lighthouse and the nearby radio transmitting station. Walking to Start Point On the 8th of November 2025, My dad and I went for a walk to Start Point Lighthouse yet again. Standing there, it’s easy to imagine older nautical times when ships relied heavily on lighthouses for safe navigation al

Start Point Lighthouse  is a lighthouse on the south Devon coast, serving the Start Bay  and Slapton  areas. This post shares a walk to Start Point and some thoughts inspired by both the lighthouse and the nearby radio transmitting station. Walking to Start Point On the 28th of October 2025, Amber and I went for a walk to Start Point Lighthouse. Standing there, it’s easy to imagine older nautical times when ships relied heavily on lighthouses for safe navigation along the coa

Dartmouth  is a coastal town in Devon known for its strong nautical history and harbour. This post shares an early morning walk through Dartmouth, including a visit to Bayard’s Cove, and some reflections inspired by the town’s maritime past. Walking Through Dartmouth in the Early Morning On the 27th of October 2025, I went for an early morning walk around Dartmouth by myself. At that time of day, the town felt quieter, which made its historic atmosphere stand out more strongl

Loddiswell  is a village in South Devon surrounded by countryside and quiet lanes. This post shares a walk around the Loddiswell area, along with some black and white photography experiments from the day. Walking Around Loddiswell On the 26th of October 2025, my mum, dad, and I went for a walk around the Loddiswell area once again. The surrounding countryside made for a calm and reflective walk, away from busier towns. Black and White Photography Experiments On that day, I wa

Dartmoor  is home to many abandoned industrial sites, and Foggintor Quarry  is one of the most striking. This post shares a visit to the quarry and explores its eerie atmosphere, abandoned ruins, and deep water-filled pits. Visiting Foggintor Quarry Amber and I went to visit Foggintor Quarry, a disused quarry on Dartmoor. The site has a very eerie and creepy feel to it, especially when you consider how quiet and remote it is. There is a large lake within the quarry, where som

Start Point Lighthouse  is a lighthouse on the south Devon coast, serving the Start Bay  and Slapton  areas. This post shares a walk to Start Point and some thoughts inspired by both the lighthouse and the nearby radio transmitting station. Walking to Start Point On the 9th of October 2025, Amber and I went for a walk to Start Point Lighthouse. Standing there, it’s easy to imagine older nautical times when ships relied heavily on lighthouses for safe navigation along the coas

Berry Head  is a prominent headland near Brixham , known for its lighthouse, old military buildings, and wide views over the sea. This post shares a visit to Berry Head and some observations about the site and its atmosphere. Visiting Berry Head Amber and I went to Berry Head in Brixham on the 7th of October 2025. The area felt very open and exposed, with strong coastal winds and wide views across the water. The Lighthouse and Communications Mast Near the lighthouse, there is

Loddiswell  is a village in South Devon surrounded by countryside and quiet lanes. This post shares a walk around the Loddiswell area with my family. On the 28th of September 2025, my big sister Joanna took me to Loddiswell to meet up with my other sister and her family The old disused railway bridge looks very eerie and creepy there.

Dartmoor  is known for its wide open landscapes, but it also contains a number of striking industrial structures. This post shares a family walk to Avon Dam , a dam and reservoir that supplies a large amount of Devon’s tap water. Walking to Avon Dam On the 28th of September 2025, my brothers, sisters, and I went for a walk to Avon Dam. The surrounding moorland made the walk feel open and quiet, with long views across Dartmoor. The Dam and Its Atmosphere The dam itself has an